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		<title>Minibeasts</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Explore the big outdoors in these action-packed animal board books with sliders on every page. This series of board books will inspire a love of nature in even the littlest of animal lovers. With vibrant artwork printed on white board, robust easy-to-use mechanisms for tiny hands and a rhyming text with friendly animal facts, these are the perfect books to captivate curious little explorers time and time again. In this first minibeasts book, there are earthworms tunnelling underground, spiders spinning webs, butterflies flitting around and many more bugs to discover and bring to life with the moving parts.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Explore the big outdoors in these action-packed animal board books with sliders on every page. </b></p>
<p> This series of board books will inspire a love of nature in even the littlest of animal lovers. With vibrant artwork printed on white board, robust easy-to-use mechanisms for tiny hands and a rhyming text with friendly animal facts, these are the perfect books to captivate curious little explorers time and time again. </p>
<p>In this first minibeasts book, there are earthworms tunnelling underground, spiders spinning webs, butterflies flitting around and many more bugs to discover and bring to life with the moving parts.</p>
<p>Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud&#239;&#191;&#189; audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.</p>
<p> Other titles in the series include:</p>
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<li>Countryside</li>
<li> Seaside</li>
<li> Woods</li>
<li> Farm</li>
<li>River</li>
<li> Snow</li>
<li> Jungle</li>
<li> Safari</li>
<li>Birds</li>
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		<title>Ant Life</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever heard of a worker ant who can't decide what job she wants to do? From architecture to farming, explore how amazing ant life can be!</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever heard of a worker ant who can&#8217;t decide what job she wants to do? From architecture to farming, explore how amazing ant life can be!</p>
<p>The other ants think Anita is lazy, but she just choose job. At the colony job fair, she discovers all the types of work that go on inside and around the anthill, but that just gives her a taste for adventure. Reporting back on her travels &#8211; did you know ants were the world&#8217;s first farmers, and can build their own boats? &#8211; Anita accidentally, finds her perfect role.</p>
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		<title>The Island of the Bees</title>
		<link>https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/the-island-of-the-bees/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Written by the current Irish Children's Laureate, this is a celebration of the magic of bees and the power we can all draw from the natural world. Nestled on a peaceful island, Orla and her grandmother live tending their beloved bees. But bubbling below is a monster waiting to surface - a dormant volcano - and when it wakes Orla and the rest of the island must flee in search of safety. Orla adventures across the wild sea, guided by her buzzing friends, to find a new home. But what will they find over the horizon?]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An epic tale of volcanoes, dragons and wild storms, with themes drawn from Irish legend. Written by the current Irish Children&#39;s Laureate, this is a celebration of the magic of bees and the power we can all draw from the natural world.</p>
<p>Nestled on a peaceful island, Orla and her grandmother live tending their beloved bees. But bubbling below is a monster waiting to surface &#8211; a dormant volcano &#8211; and when it wakes Orla and the rest of the island must flee in search of safety. Orla adventures across the wild sea, guided by her buzzing friends, to find a new home. But what will they find over the horizon?</p>
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		<title>Who&#8217;s at the Zoo?</title>
		<link>https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/whos-at-the-zoo-2/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A fun, interactive lift-the-flap book based on the bestselling picture book <i>What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo</i> (previously called <i>What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday</i>) by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Join in the fun at the zoo! Packed full of favourite zoo animals, and with a large flap to lift on every page, <i>Who&#39;s at the Zoo? </i>is perfect for young fans of the What the Ladybird Heard series.</b></p>
<p>The elephant is fast asleep and the tiger is playing with her cubs, but where are those cunning thieves, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len? And where is the quiet little ladybird? With bright and colourful illustrations, this interactive board book is perfect for little fingers!</p>
<p>Based on Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks&#39; bestselling picture book, <i>What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo </i>(previously called <i>What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday</i>), preschool children will love finding all their favourite characters.</p>
<p>Collect more What the Ladybird Heard lift-the-flap books: <i>Who&#39;s on the Farm? </i>and <i>Who&#39;s at the Seaside?</i></p>
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		<title>A Minibeast Ogre Detective Adventure</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Do you love minibeasts? How about ogres? And detectives? Find them ALL in the pages of this laugh-out-loud 'pick your own' picture book adventure!</strong></p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Do you love minibeasts? How about ogres? And detectives? Find them ALL in the pages of this laugh-out-loud &#8216;pick your own&#8217; picture book adventure!</strong></p>
<p>Lami is looking after her cousin&#8217;s hamster, Hamlet. The trouble is, Hamlet has disappeared &hellip; and she needs YOUR help to find him!</p>
<p>Is Hamlet mingling with <strong>minibeasts</strong>? Being ogled by an <strong>ogre</strong>? Or dabbling with <strong>detectives</strong>? <strong>It&#8217;s up to YOU to decide!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Pick a Story is the ONLY series where young readers choose between three completely different worlds &#8211; allowing them to change the story as it happens. </strong>Children are excited by having choice and a feeling of agency, and it fires their imaginations.</p>
<p><strong>Choice and value!</strong> Readers choose the direction of the adventure on every page. With endless story paths to be taken, the adventure is always different.</p>
<p><strong>Packed with activities!</strong> Each page includes an activity, such as search-and-find, odd-one-out, mazes and more &#8211; perfect for immersing and engaging young readers.</p>
<p>Look out for: <em>Pick a Story: A Pirate Alien Jungle Adventure</em></p>
<p><em>Pick a Story: A Dinosaur Unicorn Robot Adventure, </em></p>
<p><em>Pick a Story: A Superhero Mermaid Dragon Adventure</em></p>
<p><em>Pick a Story: A Monster Princess Shark Adventure</em></p>
<p><em>Pick a Story: A Wizard Astronaut Pyramid Adventure </em></p>
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		<title>The Very Hungry Caterpillar at the Park</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's a beautiful day and the very hungry caterpillar is going on a walk. Join him as he meets all the animals, bugs and plants that live and grow around us in nature. Read the rhyme, turn the magic wheel to reveal a secret picture and join in the nature fun!]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s a beautiful day and The Very Hungry Caterpillar is going on a walk. Join him as he meets all the animals, bugs and plants that live and grow around us in nature. </p>
<p>Read the rhyme, turn the magic wheel to reveal a secret picture and join in the nature fun! This innovative format is perfect for imaginative play and tuning fine motor skills.</p>
<p><b>Discover more early learning books with The Very Hungry Caterpillar:</b><br />Colours: Learn and Play with The Very Hungry Caterpillar<br />The Very Hungry Caterpillar&#39;s First 100 Words<br />The Very Hungry Caterpillar&#39;s First 100 Animals<br />The Very Hungry Caterpillar&#39;s Touch-and-Feel Animals</p>
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		<title>An Anthology of Beetles</title>
		<link>https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/an-anthology-of-beetles/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Did you know one in every four living things on our planet is identified as a beetle? From the ones that crawl under your feet to those that fly by your eyes or glide in the water, this book showcases these amazing creatures in all their incredible variety. Learn how different species of beetles help pollinate plants, improve soil health, and control pests - all while playing a key role in maintaining nature's balance.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>A beautiful field guide to beetles featuring notes, spectacular photos, and colourful illustrations of the world&#8217;s most remarkable beetles.</b></p>
<p>A compact version of DK&#8217;s bestselling anthology series, <i>An Anthology of Beetles</i> is perfect for budding entomologists and nature lovers ages 7-9 to take on the go and find these tough creatures.</p>
<p><i>An Anthology of Beetles </i>will be your child&#8217;s guide through the lively world of insects, teaching how different species of beetles help pollinate plants, improve soil health, and control pests &#8211; all while playing a key role in maintaining nature&#39;s balance.</p>
<p><b>This stunning beetle book for kids offers:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>The next book in the new compact spin-off of the bestselling Children&#8217;s Anthologies series.</li>
<li>A magnificent collection of over 100 unique beetles, from rickets and tardigrades to damselflies and ladybirds.</li>
<li>A quality gift book, with metallic foil and striking imagery on every page.</li>
</ul>
<p><i>An Anthology of Beetles</i> features mesmerising images, beautiful illustrations by the artist behind DK&#8217;s bestselling Anthology series and captivating, highly informative content on how to identify, where to find, and what to know about the world&#8217;s different beetles.</p>
<p><b>More in the series</b></p>
<p><i>An Anthology of Beetles</i> is part of the beautiful, new, and compact Anthology spin-off series. Complete the series and nurture your child&#39;s curiosity as they explore the stars in <i>An Anthology of Stargazing</i>, meet beautiful and delicate creatures in <i>An Anthology of Butterflies and Moths</i> or find unrivalled beauty in <i>An Anthology of Flowers</i>.</p>
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		<title>How Things Grow</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Discover the wonder of nature's diversity and ingenuity in this immersive introduction to animal and plant life cycles. With an engaging wheel mechanism and flaps throughout, it is an interactive treat that encourages reader to get hands-on while learning.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Discover the wonder of nature&#8217;s diversity and ingenuity in this beautiful, immersive introduction to animal and plant life cycles. With an engaging wheel mechanism and flaps throughout, this book is an interactive treat that encourages reader to get hands-on while learning. The gorgeous illustrations by the super-talented Benjamin Flouw and clear, comprehensive text, full of helpful hints about how to spot and protect wildlife, make this nonfiction book an exciting exploration of a core scientific concept.</p>
<p>Perfect for young wildlife lovers, curious kids and little scientists; fans of Blue Planet, Steve Backshall&#8217;s Deadly 60 and National Geographic, or anyone who enjoys a good lift-the-flap book!</p>
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		<title>Bugs</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spot a superhero spider, a bee on a bicycle and a bug wearing boots, and look for the little white mouse hiding on every page. This lively book is teeming with butterflies, bees, beetles and other bugs to find, match, count and talk about.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This vibrant book is full of butterflies, bees, beetles and other bugs to spot, match, count and talk about. Animals in each scene invite readers to look for specific things, such as a bee on a bicycle or a bug wearing boots, while picture clues with text and number prompts offer further suggestions. There is a little white mouse to spot in each picture too. Younger children will enjoy sharing this book with older children or adults, while additional details enable grown-ups to make up further questions of their own.</p>
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